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El Bergantin Pirata reaches a new record of visits. We had more than 1800 visits during last April. We never thought we could reach those numbers back when we started the blog in 2006. Many thanks to all the visitors and contributors!

TIME CAPSULES

Belgrano produced a fine display to earn the first victory of 2008 against Almirante Brown. The match was played at a capacity-crowd Gigante de Alberdi. If there were concerns in relation to the effectiveness of the new tactical display, they were all but wiped out after the first 20 minutes. At times Belgrano found the dynamism needed for this formation: quick distribution to both Aldecoa and Arriola on the wings, effective link-up with Casado and a lot of mobility from both Suarez and Bustos. All this was made possible by the efficient performance of the holding midfielders. The back line didn't have too many problems all afternoon, and after Suarez scored a screamer from outside the box Belgrano took control of the match. After Demus was sent off for the visitors, Bustos found himself on the end of a fine array of passes and beat Campestrini with a powerful shot. It was 2 - 0 at halftime. The second half was redundant. Belgrano could have doubled or even tripled their lead, although Almirante also had their chances. In the end, it was a deserved result for Belgrano. On the basis of this display, the promotion hopes remain intact.

FOLLOW

IN BRIEF

BREAKING NEWS: Belgrano have officially canceled the tour to Belgium. The new coach is said to have opposed the move and Belgrano will stay in Argentina for the pre-season.

Suarez will join his new teammates on 11 July. Good luck in this new challenge Matias.

After finishing fourth on goal difference, Belgrano will play two promotion legs against a Premier division side. The rival is still to be decided.Sources confirm that the judge accepted the offer for Matias Suarez and authorized Belgrano to continue the negotiations with RSC Anderlecht. As both clubs and the player have already agreed conditions, this effectively means that Suarez will join Anderlecht in June 2008.

Reports suggests that Matias Suarez will be heading to Belgium. Operation likely to be finalised during this week.